Trent Alexander-Arnold, the vice-captain of Liverpool, reflected on a challenging season where he encountered a troublesome knee injury that sidelined him. He described it as the lowest point of his career, emphasizing the difficulties of meeting high individual and team expectations. Nevertheless, he acknowledged the learning opportunity it provided and how it has shaped his approach to the current season.

According to Alexander-Arnold, the adversity came at a good time in his career, allowing him to mature and recognize that he has not yet reached his peak. He reiterated the importance of maintaining confidence and self-belief, particularly in the face of external critique, and the need to control his own performance and satisfaction regardless of others’ opinions. Speaking with Gary Neville on SkyBet’s The Overlap, Alexander-Arnold shared his thoughts on the season and highlighted his determination to avoid reliving the challenges of the past while striving to achieve further success.